Technician in Newmont Mining, USA

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Lihir

Our Lihir Operation, located on the beautiful island of Niolam, approximately 800km north of Papua New Guinea’s capital, Port Moresby, is one of the world’s largest gold mines. Set within a geothermically active, extinct volcanic crater, Lihir operates an open-pit mine producing refractory ore, which undergoes pressure oxidation and conventional leaching to recover gold. Our workforce includes both residential and commute rosters, creating a diverse and dynamic team. Lihir offers a range of recreational facilities, including a gym, sports club, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, and a 9-hole golf course. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Lihir fishing and boating clubs provide access to pristine waters and beaches, while our onsite deli and café serve fresh local and imported produce, barista-made coffee, and freshly baked goods.

We are proud to work closely with the local Lihirian community and value its vibrant culture. Through initiatives like our School to Mine program, we offer meaningful employment, training, and development opportunities for Lihirian men and women, as well as scholarships and vocational apprenticeships. We also partner with the New Ireland Province to ensure economic benefits flow directly to the community, strengthening our commitment to sustainable development and positive local impact.

Purpose

Our Lihir operations IT – Site Technology Team is recruiting for the position of Technician – Communication for a FIFO role based onsite.

Reporting to the Supervisor – Communication, you will be required to support the PNG Technology Team by providing mining operational expertise to enhance mobile fleet reliability. Your role will involve supporting integrated operational technology systems within the Open Pit Mine and the Plant Site.

Essential Duties

The role will have responsibility to:

• Promote and adhere to Newmont’s Regional Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures, consistently demonstrating and encouraging safe work practices.
• Promote and comply with Newmont’s goals and values.
• Provide support for integrated operational technology systems at the Open Pit Mine and Plant Site, including Modular Dispatch 6, Collision Avoidance System, Epiroc HNS, WiFi Network, Remote Control Technology, Driver Safety Systems, Fibre Optic, CCTV, CATV, PABX, Trunk Radio Communication, Access Systems, and data/voice network infrastructure.
• Provide technical expertise for the timely installation and support of mining operational technology systems.
• Maintain these OT systems and associated network infrastructure to ensure optimal reliability and availability.
• Ensure adherence to Newmont’s policies, standards, procedures, and methodologies. Maintain a consistently high quality of work across all monitored and allocated tasks.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to define policies and take responsibility for regional and site implementation and compliance related to technology infrastructure and operations.
• Ensure compliance with all state, federal (FCC), and national communication licensing requirements.
• Meet all requirements of the Sarbanes-Oxley legislation, ensuring that the necessary controls are in place and maintained.

Training & Experience

Ideally, our preferred applicant will have;

• Trade Qualification relevant in Communications
• PNG Drivers License Class 6
• Network Communications expertise
• 3+ years of experience in Mining Systems technology support roles
• 3+ years of experience with Collision Avoidance Systems
• Broad knowledge of technology communication systems on mobile fleet and equipment
• Proven ability to discuss new fault findings and system failure solutions in simple, clear terms to drive and influence decision-making for implementing changes
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-driven with a proactive and strategic vision of Technology
• Ability to effectively work within a diverse group of people
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with vendors, subordinates, colleagues, clients, and customers at all levels.
• Consistently delivers on commitments and takes accountability for own development
• Actively seeks cost reduction opportunities and identifies and reports any cost wastage within designated areas.

The Requirement

• Must be available for FIFO to Lihir
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment.
• Must have proof of a completed Police Clearance within the last six months.

Our Commitment to You

Our FIFO employees stay in a secure and comfortable camp, in an en-suite and airconditioned room equipped with a mini fridge, TV and Wi-Fi. A variety of healthy meal options are catered for at our mess, and the wet mess provides a relaxed social setting where employees can unwind with a game of pool or darts. We offer a range of recreational activities including our on-site gym and basketball court. Paid members can access the Lihir Club which has a swimming pool, tennis and squash courts, restaurant/bar area and deck with amazing Pacific Ocean views! Our café and deli are available for takeaway coffees and snacks, as well as local and imported grocery items (inc. fresh fruit). Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary package, options for salary packaging and an annual incentive program.